As of August 2009, the City of Monterey's ordinance went into effect prohibiting the use of polysterene materials (commonly referred to as Styrofoam) to be used for "take out food applications" within city limits.

The City of Monterey has seen first-hand the impact of polysterene foam and plastic litter in our storm drains, in our fields, on our roadways and highways, in our rivers, in the ocean and on our beaches.

If you have frequented an establishment (restaurant, bar, hotel, events, etc.) that has continued to utilize polysterene or Styrofoam for their take out food packaging, TELL US! We will work with the business to identify more sustainable, less littering alternatives.